October weather forecast
Cape Elizabeth, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of October introduces a moderate change in Cape Elizabeth's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from September's refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C) to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). Cape Elizabeth's nighttime temperature in October experiences a slight dip from daytime highs, falling to an average of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Cape Elizabeth is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cape Elizabeth are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, there are 29.7 snowfall days, and 11.73" (298mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of October in Cape Elizabeth, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

In Cape Elizabeth, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Cape Elizabeth?

In October, in Cape Elizabeth, the average high-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Cape Elizabeth?

In Cape Elizabeth, Maine, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Cape Elizabeth?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cape Elizabeth in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Cape Elizabeth?

October is the first month it typically snows in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Cape Elizabeth?

In Cape Elizabeth, Maine, the average day length in October is 11h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Cape Elizabeth?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Cape Elizabeth?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Cape Elizabeth is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Cape Elizabeth?

In Cape Elizabeth, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average temperature in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average pressure in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average wind speed in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average humidity in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average rainfall in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average snowfall in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average UV index in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average visibility in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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